Duane M. Harper
Bowie
Summary
Energetic and seasoned boys basketball coach with rich background in leading boys' basketball teams. Strengths include developing effective training programs, fostering team spirit and enhancing individual player skills. Demonstrated success in implementing strategic game plans resulting in improved team performance. Notable for creating positive relationships with athletes, parents, and school community while maintaining high ethical standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head JV Boys Basketball Coach
Riverdale Baptist School
01.2024 - Current
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Evaluated individual player performances in order to identify areas of improvement needed for future success.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members to maintain a cohesive unit.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Analyzed opponents' strategies, strengths, and weaknesses in order to create effective game plans.
- Imparted team and game rules with authority and clarity, which improved understanding and reduced fouls.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Instructed players on techniques such as ball-handling, shooting, passing and defending.
- Managed assistant coaches and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Observed health and safety guidelines and protocols during practice sessions and game to help players avoid injuries.
- Created a positive learning environment that encouraged teamwork and sportsmanship among players.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Organized and supervised practices to prepare players for upcoming games.
- Encouraged good sportsmanship among players both on and off the court.
- Motivated and encouraged student athletes to make best effort during practices and games.
- Conducted post-game meetings with players in order to review successes or failures from previous matches.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Athletic Director
Thomas Johnson Middle School
01.2005 - Current
- Oversaw coaches for various athletic teams
- Managed and organized athletic programs for school
- Organized and developed schedules according to the PG County Athletic Director Handbook
- Coordinate tournaments and transportation for athletic activities
- Worked with principal and guidance department to determine eligibility of team players
- Organized after school tutoring programs for athletes
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Thomas Johnson Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2024
Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
Riverdale Baptist School
01.2010 - 01.2017
Education
Masters in Arts - Teaching
Loyola University Maryland
05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bowie State University
05-1993
Associate in Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
05-1990
Albright College
05-1988
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management abilities
- Organizational skills
- Game strategy development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Practice planning
- Academic eligibility monitoring
Certification
Elementary Education K-8 and Middle Grades, Maryland State Department Education
References
Available upon request
Professional Memberships
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
- National Educators Association (NEA)
Coaching Experience
- Head JV Boys Basketball Coach, Riverdale Baptist School, 01/01/24 - Present
- Athletic Director, Thomas Johnson Middle School, 01/01/05 - 01/01/12; 01/01/18 - Present
- Head Boys Basketball Coach, Thomas Johnson Middle School, 01/01/04 - 01/01/09; 01/01/19 - 01/01/24
- Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach, Riverdale Baptist School, 01/01/10 - 01/01/17
Timeline
Head JV Boys Basketball Coach
Riverdale Baptist School
01.2024 - Current
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Thomas Johnson Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2024
Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
Riverdale Baptist School
01.2010 - 01.2017
Athletic Director
Thomas Johnson Middle School
01.2005 - Current
Masters in Arts - Teaching
Loyola University Maryland
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bowie State University
Associate in Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
Albright College
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